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THE NEW9-POST LEADER, F«*d*rlrfc. **. fW^-W ll, 1993 2Richard Yinger holds office in state Firemen's AssociationBy SUSAN C. NICOL Naws-Post StartRichard Yinger is a man who gets around.As second vice president of the Maryland State Firemen's Association. Mr. Yinger has logged more than 7.000 miles since his election in June.Mr. Yinger, 51. of Frederick is the first Frederick County resident in about 25 years to hold an office in the state association. The last person was William Moore, also of Frederick.Representing 327 fire and rescue companies throughout the state, the MSFA officers promote legislation in Annapolis as well as keeping an eye on bills that may adversely affect them.During his visits to county association meetings, Mr. Yinger keeps the volunteers up to date on legislation and concerns. “That’s why we go to these meetings - to keep them abreast of happenings across the state, he said.He said emergency medical services and budget cuts are at the top of the legislative agenda. The MSFA has a member on the governor’s EMS commission studying the state's EMS system.■EMS is a hot issue, especially the helicopterservice.' he said. “I think well be seeing changes, hut 1 in not sure exactly what they’ll be.However, he said the day of the free helicopter ride could be coming to an end.A few months ago. the MSFA was upset that they had not been consulted first about changes being made regarding training of ambulance personnel. In the past, they had been asked for an opinion at least, he pointed out.Mr. Yinger said the firefighters’ group also is concerned about state budget cuts. A trust fund that offers companies low interest loans to purchase apparatus was cut 10 percent.“It could be cut more, he said, adding that the MSFA committee that reviews the requests has had to lighten its belt and turn down some companies.However, he said the additional $8 fee on motor vehicle legislation has helped boost another state account that is allocated annually to fire and rescue companies statewide.Although times are tough, Mr. Yinger said he doesn't see volunteers giving up.Shelter(Continued from Pao* 1)She said the notices are posted at the soup kitchen at the Frederick Community Center, 100 S. Market St., at C. Burr Artz Library, 110 E. Patrick St., and at the Frederick County Department of Social Services, 118 N. Market St.Shelter information is also available through the Mental Health Association's 24-hour hotline, which can be reached by dialing 663-0011. The shelter is open from about 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.Beacon House, a homeless shelter for men at 419 W. South St., provides breakfast. D—nr H Faithpeople who are drunk or who have behavioral problems. But the Cold Weather Shelter accepts those people, though alcohol is not permitted on the premises.This is the third year the Cold Weather Shelter has been open. Mr. Springer said. Last year, she said, the shelter was open 126 nights and a total of 467 different people were sheltered at the participating churches.The guests lend to be predominantly male, she said. She said in January 1992, for instance, there were a total of 120 men and 10 women seeking shelter.Orpnni7.ers and volunteers'People here don't realize how lucky they ore to have such o dedicated pool of volunteers, he said. “But. there has been a change in the volunteers over the years. They don’t have as much time to spend as they once did ”Mr. Yinger added that the demands on volunteers are increasing almost daily. They're required to take more training, he said. But somehow they find the time.A paid driver at the Citizens Truck Co. for nearly 25 years. Mr. Yinger said he is proud to be representing Frederick County on the state level. Eventually, he hopes to head the association.“I'm out four nights a week sometimes. he said. My wife is very understanding. If it weren't for her cooperation. I couldn't do it. We make it work.The Yingers got a taste of the busy life in May as he chaired the local committee planning the centennial celebration ofthe MSFA that was held in Frederick.“I'm still hearing good things about the centennial, he said. “We did have a little rain that weekend, but we still had more units in the paradethan they did in Ocean City ”Mr. Yinger said people still tease him about the rain.Every place I go and it rains, people look at me funny and blame me. he said with a laugh.Jfrcbcrtch -Scfoe-poet Wt'w Cot Frol nidi Written AD 0*r Udi MICHEL
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Frederick News Post Leader
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Wed, Nov 11, 1992
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